Summer Harvest Recipes
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Words: Danielle Williams
Throughout my life, I’ve been fortunate enough to share my love of plants with those around me. As a young, homeschooled girl, I fondly remember spending mornings in the flower and vegetable gardens with my mom, watering and looking for aphids on the rosebushes, with the sun kissing my shoulders. Though I have yet to be blessed with much outdoor space, I do what I can with what I have: indoor spots away from toddler hands, two balconies, and a small back patio with limited direct sun.
Our Favorite Homemade Sunscreen Recipes for Summer
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Words: Danielle Williams
I am no stranger to the effects of the sun. During summer, I spend a good amount of time outside, either first thing in the morning or after dinner to avoid the hottest peaks, or while playing in some sort of water, whether in a pool or from a hose with my young kids. As a redhead with fair, sensitive skin, I have to be extra careful when out in the sun. It doesn’t take long for me to burn or suffer from heat exhaustion if I don’t properly take care of myself with hydration, skin protection, and knowing when I’ve had enough. Here are a few sunscreen recipes if you’ve been wondering how to make a natural version at home this summer.
Body Scrubs for Warmer Weather
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Photo Credit: Heather Skasick
As the days grow warmer, body scrubs become especially useful again. With our skin spending more time exposed to sun, garden soil, salt air, and sunscreen, scrubs can help soften dry patches while leaving the skin refreshed.
All About Rosemary
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Words: Danielle Williams
Easy to recognize, rosemary is commonly used in cooking, landscaping, medicinal remedies, and skin-care recipes. An aromatic, evergreen herb, fresh or dried rosemary as well as the essential oil form contain numerous beneficial properties for the skin, including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal properties.
Milk in Bath and Body Care
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Photo Credit: Holly Brandenberger
Milk has long found its place in bath and body care, not just as an indulgence, but as a practical ingredient that softens and brings richness to everyday use. It appears in soaps, bath soaks, and gentle cleansers, often without calling attention to itself. The effect is felt more than noticed. Skin feels less tight. Lather takes on a softer quality. The experience becomes more settled overall.
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